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I was kissing last night and my lips swelled up. i used ice and took a benadryl (diphenhydramine) and ibuprofen. they're still swollen what's going on?

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Below: Could be an allergic reaction. If this is the cause, cont use of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) would be the answer. If it continues, then you will need to be examined.

Answered 4/3/2016

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